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The University of Southern California (USC) is one of the world’s leading private research universities. An anchor institution in Los Angeles and a global center for arts, technology, and international business, USC is also one of the largest private employers in the City of Los Angeles.  We are searching for exceptional individuals to help us fulfill our mission: Developing individuals and society as a whole through the cultivation and enrichment of the human mind and spirit. As an employee of USC, you will be part of a world-class research university and a member of the “Trojan Family,” which is comprised of the faculty, students, and staff that make the university what it is.

World-renowned for its unparalleled combination of academic and athletic prowess, USC has a storied history of collegiate and Olympic success. USC teams have won 133 national championships, establishing the standard of excellence upon which the athletics program is built. The Women of Troy have claimed 90 individual NCAA crowns while USC’s 327 men’s individual NCAA titles are more than any other university. The USC football program, which competes in the historic Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, has won 11 national championships, competed in 34 Rose Bowls with 25 wins, and produced 516 NFL Draft Picks, including five first overall selections. USC is the leader among U.S. universities for most all-time Olympians, medalists, and gold medalists. USC’s 326 all-time Summer Olympics medals would tie for 12th most among all countries, while its 153 gold medals would be 11th most. 

The USC Athletic Department is looking to hire an Assistant Rowing Coach to join its team. 

THE WORK YOU WILL DO
The Assistant Rowing Coach is responsible for coaching members of the rowing team, both individually and in groups, teaching all aspects of rowing to ensure the development of the student’s fullest athletic potential. The Assistant Rowing Coach assists in the overall planning and execution of the rowing program, assisting in the recruiting process, monitoring, and maintaining student athlete discipline, scouting opponents, and working with the booster program in fundraising efforts. This position also monitors the progress and needs of student athletes, coordinates off-season conditioning programs, promotes the athletic program overall as well as the specific sport, and participates in departmental activities, as required. The Assistant Rowing Coach is responsible for ensuring adherence to all Association, Conference, and University rules by athletes and supporting staff, and complying with all rules and bylaws of the NCAA and PAC-12 Conference.

The Assistant Rowing Coach:

• Coaches team members individually and in groups. Teaches specific aspects of rowing and demonstrates competition techniques, including fundamentals and overall strategy. Assists in the development of students’ fullest athletic potential
• Assists in the overall planning and execution of the intercollegiate rowing program in accordance with NCAA and Conference Regulations, including game scheduling, preparing practice plans, and organizing travel plans
• Assists in the recruiting process of quality prospective student-athletes for the rowing program, including the evaluation of talent. Ensures timely submission their academic records for admissions
• Scouts opponents. Prepares scouting reports and gives input into the game plan strategies.
• Monitors academic progress and status of team members, implementing action plans through appropriate staff when needed. Assists in the coordination of student services for the rowing team by working with student support services.
• Coordinates off-season conditioning programs by working with weight room staff
• Ensures adherence to all Association, Conference, and University rules by athletes and supporting staff. Complies with all rules and bylaws of the NCAA, PAC-12 Conference and University rules and regulations relating to the conduct and administration program.
• Works with booster groups in fundraising and coordinating support groups for the rowing program
• Promotes the athletic program and specific sport through community events, public speaking, fundraising, and marketing
• Participates in departmental activities to include service on committees and attendance at all scheduled departmental and team meetings.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested. The university reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

THIS IS A BENEFITS ELIGIBLE FIXED-TERM POSITION/ASSIGNMENT FOR ONE YEAR

The ideal candidate for the position of Assistant Rowing Coach meets the following criteria:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 5 years coaching experience at the college level preferably in Division I or equivalent playing experience.
• Coaching experience at the Division 1 level

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 3-5 years of coaching experience
• Complete understanding of PAC-12 and NCAA rules and regulations
• Administrative skills including interpersonal relations are essential

ABOUT USC ATHLETICS

The vision of the USC Department of Athletics is to be the most student-athlete centered athletics program in the country. USC Athletics is committed to serving and empowering its student-athletes by providing the support, resources, and environment for student-athletes to pursue a world-class education; engage in a meaningful and fulfilling college experience; transform into the best versions of themselves; compete for championships; and prepare to thrive after USC. A member of the Pac-12 Conference and Mountain Pacific Sports Federation, USC is proud to support nine men's (baseball, basketball, football, golf, swimming and diving, tennis, track and field, volleyball, water polo,) and 12 women's (basketball, beach volleyball, cross country, golf, lacrosse, rowing, soccer, swimming and diving, tennis, track and field, volleyball, water polo) teams across 12 athletics venues.

The University of Southern California values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity in employment.